Top Tennessee Wedding Outdoor Spaces

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• Spaces for 40-500 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Barn
• 5 Total Spaces

Celebrate in wild style at Zoo Knoxville, East Tennessee's premier event destination. Home to over 1,500 animals across 200 species, our one-of-a-kind venues transform any occasion into an unforgettable adventure. From the rustic-chic BARn with its full bar and fire pits, to the African Grasslands Patio surrounded by giraffes and rhinos, every space offers breathtaking backdrops unlike anywhere else. Host up to 350 guests under our Event Tent, roam the zoo after hours, or reserve exclusive access to Tiger Forest, Timber Loop, and more. Custom catering, animal ambassador appearances, and flexible décor packages ensure every detail is extraordinary. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or birthday bash, Zoo Knoxville makes memories as wild as they are wonderful.

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• Spaces for 60-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of Midtown Nashville, Hotel Fraye offers a stylish and versatile setting for unforgettable events. With approximately 6,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, our hotel is designed to accommodate everything from corporate meetings and networking events to happy hours, weddings, receptions, and social celebrations. Our prime Midtown location places guests just moments from Music Row, Vanderbilt University, and downtown Nashville, offering easy access to the city’s top attractions, dining, and entertainment. Contemporary design, elevated hospitality, and unique rooftop spaces create a distinctly Nashville atmosphere for events of every kind. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, our flexible venues can be customized to suit your event. Host a memorable cocktail hour, corporate function, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, or private celebration in a setting designed to impress. Guests can enjoy the energy of Midtown while experiencing the comfort and sophistication of Hotel Fraye. From planning to the final toast, our team is here to create a seamless and memorable Nashville event.

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• Spaces for 30-375 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Bar
• 4 Total Spaces

Drift is a modern hotel that celebrates its dualities: a spare and minimalist aesthetic but a vibrant and friendly demeanor. It’s the perfect space to rest and reset, or let it be a springboard for an adventure. At Drift Nashville, guests enjoy views of Nissan Stadium and the Downtown skyline. The property features an outdoor pool with cabanas, our on-site Dawn Café, The Sun Room, a lively pool bar, and inviting spaces perfect for gathering, relaxing, or hosting groups of all sizes. The Sun Room, located at Drift Nashville, is an afternoon-to-evening hangout boasting floor-to-ceiling windows that capture sunrise and sunset, and a terrazzo-flecked bar. Created in partnership with Alexis Soler, it’s the perfect spot to sip craft cocktails and share Spanish-inspired tapas and boards.

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• Spaces for 40-1,500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Hotels
• 3 Total Spaces

Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza is where Music City’s creative spirit seamlessly harmonizes with notes of Nashville’s soulful charm. This 339-room icon, located in the walkable Midtown neighborhood, is the longest-running Tennessee hotel to maintain consecutive AAA Four-Diamond status. With decades of orchestrating history-making gatherings, its tenured team of event professionals has earned the reputable trust amongst dignitaries, captains of industry, entertainers and guests who value personalized service and seamless logistics that are consistently produced with graceful precision. Gather beneath the ornate chandeliers inspired by organ pipes inside the 8,442-square-foot Symphony Ballroom; lounge on comfortable soft seating beneath the soft skylight that gently illuminates all 3,887 square feet of Starstruck; or connect over a scrumptious breakfast inside the Green Room, where floor-to-ceiling windows open to a spacious outdoor patio with fire pit. Nashville's best events take place inside Loews Nashville Hotel, from weddings, galas, fundraisers, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, baby showers, product launches, holiday parties and more. Experience what event experts have come to know is true – Loews Vanderbilt Hotel is the ideal location to host special occasions that matter most.

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• Spaces for 14-600 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

Bluegrass Yacht and Country Club in Hendersonville, TN is the ultimate destination for weddings, bridal and baby showers, corporate events, and all of life’s celebrations. Imagine your guests surrounded by stunning views, elegant spaces, and impeccable service from start to finish. Our expert team handles every detail, from décor to dining, ensuring a flawless, stress-free experience. Let us bring your vision to life and create an unforgettable event that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests. Book your dream celebration with us today!

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• Spaces for 50-500 Guests
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Barn
• 6 Total Spaces

An unforgettable wedding begins with an unforgettable setting, and there is nothing quite as romantic as beginning your life together amidst the beautiful backdrop of The Estate at Cherokee Dock. Originally built in 1960, the nearly 13,000 sq. ft. Southern Colonial mansion is most widely recognized as the former home of country music icon, Reba McEntire. Secluded on 20 acres, the award-winning estate and venue exudes the charm and grandeur guests would expect from an exclusive luxury resort. With ample lush green landscape, the Estate also boasts various entertaining spaces, both indoors and out, including a lakeside dock, gardens, a pool house, a game room, and more.

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• Spaces for 12-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Hotel
• 4 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of downtown, The Waymark Chattanooga brings new energy to a building rooted in history. Originally home to The Chattanooga Savings & Trust Bank, our hotel blends 1920s-era architecture with modern design. This 11-story landmark has been reimagined as a boutique hotel with 148 guest rooms, and over 5,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space. Whether you're here for business, a wedding, or a weekend getaway, The Waymark offers a high-touch experience with local style and full-service amenities. Out 11th Floor Ballroom event space features floor-to-ceiling windows, natural light, and sweeping city and mountain views. Just steps away, the rooftop terrace creates the perfect setting for receptions, toasts, or sunset photos. Iris Rooftop Bar & Restaurant offers indoor/outdoor dining, firepits, skyline views, and a fresh seasonal menu. It's ideal for post-event cocktails, private dinners, or weekend brunches with a view. The Vault Speakeasy is hidden into the building’s original bank vault. With moody lighting and vintage charm, it’s perfect for VIP receptions, small groups, or a late-night drink paired with tapas plates. All event spaces include on-site catering, AV support, and planning assistance. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, retreat, or business meeting, The Waymark blends thoughtful design, skyline views, and local flavor into one seamless experience.

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• Spaces for 110-600 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Total Spaces

At The Westin Nashville, we specialize in creating unforgettable events in the heart of Music City. Our event spaces, including the stunning Vanderbilt Ballroom and the rooftop L27 Lounge, offer the perfect backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. With personalized service, cutting-edge amenities, and a focus on wellness, we ensure every detail is tailored to meet your vision. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a grand affair, The Westin Nashville provides a unique blend of sophistication and Southern hospitality, making your event truly memorable.

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• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Restaurant
• 6 Total Spaces

Tempo by Hilton is an exciting new brand, opened earlier this year, with spaces designed to help you live in the moment and find your rhythm. A beautiful, sophisticated place to host an event and to appreciate music and its romance. A space to get lost in the lyrics and sway to the music. The Debut Room is a first appearance or impression; the best impression on one’s special day or milestone. We'd love the opportunity to discuss how Tempo can elevate your celebration. With six flexible spaces, including an outdoor terrace with fireplace and indoor Topgolf Swing Suites, there is availability to host your special events from 20-100+ guests.

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• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Say “I do” with panoramic Norris Lake views. The Loyston at Copper Top offers a stunning East Tennessee wedding venue with luxury lodging. Set amidst 17 acres of breathtaking scenery, our Tennessee wedding venue is a hidden gem in the heart of East Tennessee. Our stunning all-season venue is an ideal choice for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations of up to 150 guests. Our wedding venue offers climate control, ensuring a seamless indoor ceremony option even during inclement weather. Also, nestled within close proximity to the picturesque Norris Lake, our venue provides a perfect backdrop for your special day, offering panoramic views of the Cumberland Mountains and Norris Lake from every angle. Conveniently located just two miles from Norris Lake, our venue is also an hour away from popular vacation destinations such as Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville, TN. Experience the magic of your wedding ceremony against the stunning natural beauty of our lake and mountain view property.

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• Spaces for 4-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Historic Space

Wilburn Street Studio’s walls and nooks are original to the building’s design, dating back to 1912. The walls make the perfect backdrop, from parties to photoshoots. Our nooks can be cozy, hangout spots or serve as a display area. The back of the space boasts a catering prep area and a large, private backyard. We can’t wait to see how you make Wilburn your own!

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• Spaces for 50-250 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

The Grove at Whites Creek is a family-owned boutique hotel and event venue just minutes from Nashville, offering a peaceful setting where gatherings feel intentional, relaxed and memorable. Set on 16 acres of creekside meadows, the property blends natural beauty with thoughtfully designed spaces that invite guests to slow down, connect and enjoy time together. The boutique inn features six unique suites, including two private cottages that offer guests their own secluded corner of the property. With comfortable accommodations onsite, The Grove at Whites Creek is ideal for retreats, workshops, intimate celebrations, cooking experiences and multi-day gatherings designed around connection. From welcoming porches and outdoor gathering spaces to open lawns and serene natural surroundings, the property creates an effortless backdrop for events that feel warm and personal. Weddings here embrace this same spirit—focusing on meaningful moments, shared experiences and time spent together before, during and after the celebration. For corporate groups, leadership retreats and team gatherings, The Grove at Whites Creek offers a refreshing change of pace from the traditional meeting environment. The flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, onsite lodging and peaceful surroundings make it easy for teams to step away, think creatively, collaborate and reconnect. While Nashville’s restaurants, attractions and energy are just a short drive away, The Grove at Whites Creek feels like a world apart—a place where guests come to gather, recharge and create memories surrounded by open skies and natural beauty.

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• Spaces for 130-1,200 Guests
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Located on the riverfront in downtown Nashville, this historic landmark is the premier destination for your celebration! The Bridge Building features unique event spaces that can be combined to allow for complete customization. From the spacious elegance of the Cumberland space, and the tranquil ambiance of our Riverfront Terrace, to the Dyer space and the breathtaking views atop the Observatory, our rooftop patio, every corner of our venue exudes charm and sophistication. With so many incredible spaces to choose from, and room for up to 1,200 guests, your dream event is limited only by your imagination.

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• Spaces for 50-700 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Event Spaces

Saint Elle is located in the thriving hip neighborhood of Wedgewood-Houston, just two miles south of Broadway and adjacent to Downtown Nashville. This elegant event space features contemporary design and elevated amenities which perfectly compliment the historic architecture. It has been created to give clients, guests and vendors an experience that balances hospitality + design! This stunning, boutique event space insures guests feel taken care of from First Drink to Last Dance. Filled with natural light and fresh modern touches, Saint Elle offers multiple backdrops for your celebration.

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• Spaces for 10-85 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

We’re so glad you found us! No.2 Vance is the perfect downtown Memphis wedding venue—a warm, family-owned space designed for effortless celebrations. Our couples will tell you—we go the extra mile to make every wedding seamless and special. ✨ Timeless Beauty: Our ballroom features high ceilings, hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light, plus a spacious deck overlooking the Mississippi River. ✨ All-Inclusive Simplicity: Tables, chairs, and linens are included—one less thing to worry about! ✨ Your Day, Your Way: No vendor restrictions! Bring in any licensed caterer, florist, or planner. ✨ More Space for Your Big Day: Our in-building apartment—with two bathrooms, a bedroom, and a kitchen—is perfect for getting ready or winding down. Available with our deluxe package! ✨ Affordable & Transparent: No hidden fees, just fair pricing. Discounts available for non-profits and local groups. We’d love to be part of your love story—let’s make your dream wedding a reality!

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• Spaces for 20-300 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Event Spaces
• 7 Total Spaces

Scarritt Bennett Center is a nonprofit conference, retreat, and education center set on a 10-acre historic campus in Nashville. The campus began more than 100 years ago as the School for Christian Workers and today welcomes weddings, receptions, and private events alongside its ongoing mission-based programming. At the heart of the campus is Wightman Chapel, built in classic Gothic cathedral style in 1928 and designed with acoustics that resonate throughout the space. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. preached in the chapel in 1957, and it has been featured in the PBS series "Designed for Worship" as one of the finest sacred spaces in Nashville. Couples seeking a more intimate ceremony can choose Skinner Chapel, a 20-person space with high ceilings and arched windows, or the Labyrinth Garden, a round garden holding one of only two permanent outdoor prayer labyrinths in Nashville, framed by a historic bell tower and seasonal cherry blossoms and dogwoods. For receptions, the campus offers several distinct indoor and outdoor spaces, including Susie Gray Dining Hall, the Great Lawn, and Laskey Great Hall. Catering is handled in-house under Executive Chef Joe Irwin, with plated, buffet, and passed hors d'oeuvres options for brunch, daytime, or evening events; Scarritt Bennett Center operates as an alcohol-free venue. The center describes itself as an inclusive wedding venue welcoming all couples.

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• Spaces for 200-350 Guests
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• 3 Hotels
• 3 Total Spaces

The Union Station Nashville Yards occupies a former L&N Railroad terminal at 1001 Broadway, built in 1900 in a heavy-stone Richardsonian-Romanesque style complete with a clock tower and a statue of Mercy, the Roman deity of merchants and travelers. The terminal closed in 1979, and since 1986 the building has operated as a luxury boutique hotel and special event destination, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Historic Hotel of America. The centerpiece is the Grand Lobby, topped by a 65-foot barrel-vaulted ceiling with gold-leaf medallions and original luminous prism stained glass, and named one of the "Best Hotel Lobbies in the World" by Condé Nast Traveler. Marble floors, oak-accented woodwork, three limestone fireplaces, and gold-accented bas-relief angel figurines round out the space, which can host up to 300 guests for a reception. Beyond the lobby, the hotel offers four event venues in all, including the open-air Trestle beneath the Broadway Bridge and the covered Veranda, along with more than 11,000 square feet of meeting space across six named rooms for weddings, galas, and corporate gatherings. A dedicated events team offers menu planning, day-of coordination, and access to local vendors for weddings, including a Tie the Knot package with discounted room blocks and suite accommodations for the couple.

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• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 2 Total Spaces

Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery sits on roughly 30 acres just minutes from downtown Nashville, on grounds that once served as a 19th-century thoroughbred horse farm internationally recognized for its legacy of Southern hospitality. The estate's Greek Revival mansion and boxwood garden, shaded by centuries-old magnolia trees, provide a historic backdrop for wedding ceremonies, while six historic structures across the property give planners a range of settings to choose from for receptions and private events. For receptions, the Carriage House offers a climate-controlled space with exposed wood and historic brickwork, accommodating up to 200 guests for dinner and dancing. A tented option with solid flooring is also available, serving as a cocktail area, seated dinner space, or rain-plan backup for the same guest count. An on-site game court with bocce ball, horseshoes, cornhole, croquet, and a putting green gives guests something to do during cocktail hour. Belle Meade Historic Site is also home to Belle Meade Winery, and its private-events team includes an on-site executive chef and culinary staff, sommeliers, and bourbon stewards for evening events and celebrations that go beyond the standard wedding format.

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• Spaces for 25-350 Guests
• 9 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Museum
• 11 Total Spaces

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is the former family home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, a 1930s Georgian-style mansion set on 55 acres in Nashville. Today it operates as a botanical garden, arboretum, and museum, with thirteen distinct gardens, a 1.5-mile woodland sculpture trail featuring contemporary outdoor art, and the restored Cheek Mansion, which showcases period furnishings and rotating exhibitions. For weddings and private events, Cheekwood offers a range of indoor and outdoor spaces set against the rolling hills of Nashville's Percy Warner Park, from intimate garden settings like the Wisteria Arbor and Burr Terrace Garden to larger venues such as Massey Hall and the Historic Mansion & Swan Lawn. The Historic Mansion & Swan Lawn accommodates up to 350 seated guests, while gardens like the Wills Perennial Garden and Howe Garden are popular settings for ceremonies and elopements. Cheekwood provides a list of approved caterers and is the exclusive on-site provider of alcoholic beverages. An Event Venue Supervisor is on hand as the onsite Cheekwood contact throughout each event.